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  • Publish date: Thursday، 27 November 2025 Reading time: 1 min read

Ultimate Thanksgiving Feast Ideas: From Herb-Butter Turkey to Pumpkin Pie for a Memorable Celebration

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1. Herb-Butter Roast Turkey (Centerpiece)

A juicy golden turkey roasted with a garlic-herb butter under the skin.

Ingredients (summarized):

  • Whole turkey (5–7 kg)

  • Butter, garlic, thyme, rosemary, sage

  • Onion, celery, carrots

  • Salt & pepper, lemon

Key idea: Coat the turkey generously with herb butter under the skin → guaranteed juiciness.

2. Classic Turkey Gravy

Made from the turkey drippings.

Ingredients: pan drippings, flour, butter, chicken stock, salt & pepper.

3. Traditional Stuffing

Bread cubes, onions, celery, herbs, and broth baked until golden.

4. Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Yukon gold potatoes mashed with butter, warm cream, and a pinch of garlic.

5. Sweet Potato Casserole

Mashed sweet potatoes topped with pecans or marshmallows.

6. Green Bean Casserole

Green beans with mushroom sauce topped with crispy fried onions.

7. Cranberry Sauce

Simple and fresh — cranberries, sugar, orange zest, and a splash of water.

8. Honey-Glazed Carrots

Oven-roasted carrots with honey, butter, and thyme.

9. Dinner Rolls or Cornbread

Soft, buttery rolls to soak up the gravy.

10. Pumpkin Pie (or Pecan Pie)

The perfect warm+spiced ending.